Robin Williams takes huge pay cut for gay role

Robin Williams is to play a gay radio host in his latest movie - after agreeing to take a huge pay cut.

The Hollywood actor, who will receive around Ã‚Â£33,000, will play a DJ who starts up a telephone relationship with his biggest fan in 'The Night Listener'.

'Sixth Sense' star Toni Collette and 'Sideways' actress Sandra Oh are also in talks to join the cast for the adaptation of Armistead Maupin's novel, which will be directed by Patrick Stettner. Shooting is to begin later this month.

Williams, 53, who has previously starred in a string of box office hits, including 'Good Will Hunting', 'Good Morning Vietnam', and 'Mrs Doubtfire', normally commands over Ã‚Â£3million a movie.